Part Time Custodian, McLean Community Centre/ Ajax Centre for the Arts

The Corporation of the Town of Ajax; Ajax; On-site; CAD 41,000 - 44,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

EAP program

Health & Wellness program

Gym membership (Town fitness)

Job summary

The Corporation of the Town of Ajax is seeking a Custodian to perform general cleaning, housekeeping, and disinfecting across the assigned facility. You may assist with setup/teardown for events and help visitors as needed.

The role requires completing Grade 12, knowledge of cleaning procedures, a valid G license with clean abstract, and First Aid with CPR C/AED. Work includes evenings, weekends, holidays, and potential shifts up to 24 hours per week.

Qualifications

• Completion of Grade 12 diploma or equivalent experience.
• Knowledge of cleaning and disinfecting.
• Current Intermediate First Aid with CPR C/AED Certification.
• Valid Class G Ontario driver’s license with clean abstract.
• Good communication skills; reading, writing and oral skills.
• Able to follow simple oral and written instructions.
• Good interpersonal skills with the general public.
• Able to work alone or with minimal supervision.
• Must wear and use appropriate personal safety equipment and clothing.
• Criminal Reference Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening dated within last six months.
• Able to work evenings, weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Performs room set-up and take down for functions and cleans room afterward.
• Vacuum, sweep, mop and wax floors; disinfect washrooms and fixtures; clean mirrors.
• Replenish toilet tissue and soap as needed.
• Empty garbage, recycling and compost containers.
• Clean entrances and exits including glass, doors and hardware.
• Wash finger marks from walls, doors, hardware and glass.
• Interact with the public to provide information about the facility.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Good communication

Able to follow instructions

Interpersonal skills

Work independently

PPE usage

Reading/writing skills

Public interaction

Criminal Reference Check

Evenings/weekends/holidays

Education

Grade 12 diploma or equivalent

Job description

Department

Recreation & Culture

Job Type

Regular

Number of Positions

3

Affiliation

Non-Union

Compensation Range

$29.62 - $32.22

Job Summary

Reporting to the Facility Supervisor, the Custodian is accountable for the general cleaning/disinfecting/housekeeping throughout the assigned facility. In addition, the Custodian may assist with facility set up/take down as required by the facility schedule as well as assist customers visiting the facility.

Job Duties Include

• Performs room set-up and take down for functions (i.e. Birthday parties and weddings) and cleans room after function has ended.


• Vacuum, sweep, mop and wax floors. Wash and disinfect all washroom floors, toilets, toilet seats, hand dryers and fixtures. Clean all mirrors.


• Replenish toilet tissue and soap as needed.


• Empty all garbage, recycling and compost containers.


• Clean entrances and exits including glass, doors and hardware.


• Wash all finger marks from walls, doors, hardware and glass.


• Interact with the public to provide information regarding the facility.


• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications/Skills

• Completion of Grade 12 diploma or equivalent experience.


• Knowledge of cleaning and disinfecting.


• CurrentIntermediate First Aid with CPR C/AED Certification (formerly known as Standard First Aid).


• Valid Class ‘G’ Ontario driver’s license with a clear driver’s abstract.


• Good communication skills; reading, writing and oral skills.


• Able to understand and follow simple oral and written instructions.


• Good interpersonal skills with the general public.


• Able to work alone or with minimal supervision.


• Must be able to wear and use appropriate personal safety equipment and clothing.


• Able to provide a Criminal Reference Check with Vulnerable Sector Screening, dated within the last six months, that is satisfactory to the Town.


• Able to work a variety of shifts including evenings, weekends and holidays.

Nice to Have

• Previous experience working with cleaning equipment considered an asset.

What is Offered to Staff

• Compensation: We offer competitive pay that reflects the responsibilities of the position.


• Hours of Work: This is a non-union position that works evening and weekend shifts, and the successful candidate must be available to work up to 24 hours per week.


• Town Perks: The Town offers part-time staff access to an Employee & Family Assistance Program, Health & Wellness Program, Town of Ajax Fitness Centre Combo Membership, and a defined pension plan (OMERS pension - https://www.omers.com/).

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